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When opening up on social media leads to dismissive responses

I shared a vulnerable post about my anxiety and someone I barely know responded with toxic positivity about just thinking positive thoughts

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Genuine vulnerability in digital spaces often meets with reflexive solutions rather than simple human witness.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Social media — psychological effects?”

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